News: April 2012

There are always some people who aren’t very sympathetic to cycling. If they discover that you’re a cyclist (and rather like being one) you might find yourself having to defend any and every aspect of your transport choice, excellent as it is.It's sometimes quite hard to come up with facts, figures and arguments on the spot, so we're hoping that our '10 Common Questions' with answers to each will help you. There are some questions that keep coming up time and time again, namely:1. Cycling's dangerous, isn't it? 2. Wouldn’t wearing a helmet make cycling safer? Shouldn’t it be compulsory? 3. Cyclists should all be wearing hi-viz, shouldn't they? 4. Cyclists cause havoc on the roads, don't they? 5. Why don't cyclists obey red lights? 6. Cyclists are always knocking people down by cycling illegally on the pavement, aren't they? 7...

Journeys on the Whanganui are a collaboration of small businesses operating on and beside the Whanganui River. The group has developed a range of packages available for those keen to experience New Zealand’s newest cycle trail, Mountains to Sea. These are available from individual operators or from their website www.whanganuiriver.co.nz. The Celebration Hikoi on 26-28 April travels down the Whanganui River Road on its final day before the ceremony to mark the launch of the cycle trail. Journeys on the Whanganui is offering a unique opportunity to stay in one of the accommodation options along the road, enjoying a shared meal featuring local food, and enjoying the stories of those fortunate to live surrounded by the history and stunning scenery of the river...